Short-eared owl upon making a successful kill may remain on the ground to observe for predators, (often with tufts erect). pre consumption.

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Location: North Uist, Outer Hebrides Scotland
Photo credit: © Simon rowlands / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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